Author: Mahdeehassan

MIDDLE EAST – Despite ESG backlash dominating headlines over the last year, new research by Bain & Company finds that CEOs, consumers and B2B buyers remain committed to sustainability because of the value it delivers. Bain’s third edition of The Visionary CEO’s Guide to Sustainability 2025 released today shows that the decline in sustainability as a priority between 2023 and 2024 is bottoming out. While CEOs speak less about sustainability today, they continue to act. Analyzing over 35,000 statements made by 150 leading companies’ CEOs in 2018, 2022, and 2024, Bain’s AI-powered Sustainability Pulse tool identified a clear evolution in rhetoric: CEOs…

Visit du’s stand at Ru’ya Career Fair 2025 to explore exclusive career opportunities, innovative talent development programs and comprehensive Emiratization initiatives Dubai, UAE: du, the leading telecom and digital services provider, today announced its participation in the Ru’ya Career Fair 2025, reinforcing its position as an employer of choice for UAE Nationals and demonstrating its commitment to Emiratization and the UAE’s Vision 2031 for human capital development. The new generation of UAE Nationals seeks more than just a job, they want personal and professional growth, meaningful societal impact, and careers where ambition meets purpose. Understanding this shift, du’s participation under the…

Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, has announced that construction at Azizi Grand in Dubai Sports City has now reached 57%. The 431-unit project remains on track for its Q1 2026 completion. The structure is now 99% complete, with blockwork at 92% and internal plastering at 88%. Tiling works have reached 25%, while HVAC and MEP installations stand at 48% and 47%, respectively. Elevator installations are at 10%, with façade works progressing at 4% and swimming pool development advancing at 15%. Overall finishes are now at 43%. A workforce of 782 is currently deployed…

Abu Dhabi, UAE: ADGM Academy (ADGMA), the knowledge arm of ADGM, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Abu Dhabi Family Business Council (ADFBC), an affiliate of the Abu Dhabi Chamber, marking a significant milestone in collaborative efforts to strengthen and future-proof the family business cluster in Abu Dhabi. Through this partnership, ADGMA and ADFBC will jointly design and deliver advanced training and awareness programmes, educational seminars, and capacity-building initiatives tailored to the unique needs of family businesses in Abu Dhabi. Areas of focus include family governance, succession planning, wealth management, understanding global best practices, leadership and entrepreneurship development…

Dubai, UAE: Aster DM Healthcare and GEMS Education have joined forces in a partnership that places health and wellness at the core of learning. As the official Health and Wellness Partner across 45 GEMS schools in UAE, Aster will introduce innovative programmes to inculcate values of good health, healthier and happier lifestyles among teachers, students, staff and families. Through this partnership, Aster DM Healthcare will work closely with the 45 schools, encompassing 25,000 employees including teachers, 140,000+ students, and 110,000+ families within GEMS Education’s ecosystem. Starting with teachers as the primary stakeholders in shaping young minds, the collaboration is rooted in…

Abu Dhabi, UAE: Comera Pay, licensed and regulated by the Central Bank of the UAE and part of Abu Dhabi’s Royal Group, announces that it has been granted Principal Membership by Visa, a world leader in digital payments. This achievement empowers Comera Pay to directly issue Visa Prepaid and Debit cards in the UAE, strengthening its role as a trusted fintech innovator and enabler of secure, seamless payment solutions. The new membership will allow Comera Pay to launch a multicurrency offering, designed to give consumers the flexibility to transact both locally and globally with ease. Customers will be able to choose from a range of Visa…

Muscat, Oman: Rihal, a leader in the region’s technology and data services sector, today announced the successful first close of its Series A funding round, targeting a total raise of $15 million. ITHCA Group led this initial close with an investment of $7.5 million, reaffirming their confidence in Rihal’s strategic direction and exceptional growth trajectory. This significant investment follows a period of remarkable development for Rihal since its seed round in 2021. Rihal has demonstrated an impressive CAGR of 119% since its launch, expanding its operations and making a substantial impact across key industries, including government, logistics, telecom, and oil…

Salalah, Oman –Muriya Tourism Development, has inaugurated the Hawana Hospitality Centre at Hawana Salalah in partnership with Oman Tourism Development Company (OMRAN Group), and collaboration with the Ministry of Labour and Oman Tourism College. In a step that reflects Muriya’s continued commitment to supporting social responsibility initiatives and promoting sustainable development in the Sultanate of Oman, This center is part of a broader series of Muriya initiatives aimed at empowering Omani youth and creating real training and employment opportunities in the tourism and hospitality sector. Developed by Muriya and operated by the Oman Tourism College, the centre will serve as a…

Muscat, Oman: The International Islamic Liquidity Management Corporation (IILM), in collaboration with the Oman Banks Association (OBA) and with the support of the Central Bank of Oman, successfully organised its first-ever Capacity Building Programme in Oman, hosted by Ahli Bank in Muscat, Oman. Themed “Unlocking Islamic Liquidity in Oman: Strategies, Innovation & Resilience”, the one-day programme held on 9 September 2025 brought together approximately 80 regulators, senior executives, and leading practitioners from the Islamic finance industry to discuss strategies, tools, and innovations in liquidity management tailored to the Omani market. As part of the IILM’s broader mandate to support the development of…

Ras Al Khaimah, UAE: Marjan, the master developer of freehold properties in Ras Al Khaimah, has announced the completion of infrastructure works at RAK Central, its upcoming mixed-use commercial development in the northern emirate. Along with the appointment of leading Middle East Construction Group, ALEC, as the main contractor for RAK Central HQ Office Complex, it marks a major milestone in the development of Ras Al Khaimah’s upcoming business hub, a vibrant ‘Work-Live-Play’ destination in alignment with RAK Vision 2030. Spanning 3.1 million sq.ft of prime land with 8.37 million sq. ft. of gross floor area, the progressive integrated destination…